The use of methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol as a nano UV-filter has been ruled as allowed by the SCCS in EU cosmetics.
Beauty and personal care
Results of the Meeting of the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) in March
Learn more about the March 4th (2015) meeting of the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety held in Luxembourg to prepare opinions on Reg. 1223/1009 annexes.
EC Issues Comprehensive Paper on Nanomaterials
European Commission issue comprehensive paper on the functionality and safety of nanomaterials in cosmetics for human use. Learn more with Obelis.
Calls for data on the potential toxicity of Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Styrene/Acroylates Copolymer and Colloidal Silver nanoparticles used in cosmetics products
The EC has called for data on the potential toxicity of styrene/acrylates copolymer, sodium styrene/acroylates copolymer and colloidal silver nanoparticles.
No need to be concerned about BPA, EFSA Confirms
European Food Safety Agency issue re-evaluation of BPA ban in EU cosmetics products. Evaluation finds no risk to health of consumers of any age group.
New Opinions Upcoming After the Last Meeting of the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS)
Read more about the EU cosmetics industry opinions resulting from the last Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety meeting held in Luxembourg in January 2015.
Cosmetic Preservatives – What Changed?
Read more about recent bans and restrictions of ingredients in EU cosmetic products. Affected items include shower gels, shampoos, and other rinse-off products.
The ecological criteria for the award of the EU Ecolabel for rinse-off cosmetic products
More info on required criteria for awarding the Ecolabel to rinse-off cosmetic products within the EU-a voluntary label promoting environmental excellence.
Fragrance ingredient found unsafe by SCCS
Scientific Committee of Consumer Safety issue opinion finding vetiveryl acetate unsafe for use in rinse-off and leave-on cosmetic products in the EU.
Progress on upcoming regulations on Medical Devices
EU Council report shows progress on proposed new medical device and in-vitro diagnostic device regulations to replace previous European directives.